Hi, I'm Kate, the founder and creator behind Lola Starr, a conscious activewear brand.
Lola Starr began in 2018 with a unique piece, the 365-day dress. My mission revolves around offering customers meticulously crafted, durable garments that prioritise quality and sustainability. Specialising in premium, eco-friendly clothing, all our pieces are carefully made right here in the UK, aligning with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint. High-performance pieces that move with you—wherever life takes you.
With nearly three decades of experience in manufacturing, sewing, and design, I am deeply passionate about producing my designs locally in the UK. My journey began at the age of 16, working in a Liverpool factory for 11 years, where my appreciation for supporting the British textile industry took root and flourished over the years.
Children’s Lines - 365-day dress. With a signature modular fashion approach, ensures that each Lola Starr garment offers not only timeless style but also adaptability to the changing seasons. Our unique children’s dresses; designed with additional sleeves to accommodate growth spurts. With detachable and reversible elements, allowing for easy adjustments to suit evolving needs, seasonal versatility and occasions. Importantly, every item in our collection is proudly designed and manufactured locally, minimising our carbon footprint.
Activewear 2021 – We launched our very first collection of Activewear in Spring Summer 2021 celebrating with a large group of us, climbing Moel Famau, while raising money for Cash4Kids charity. However, in 2023 recognising the evolving landscape of our brand, I made the decision to transition Lola Starr away from children's wear and focus exclusively on adult and junior activewear, a move that aligns with the future of the brand. As part of this transition, we revamped our website, bidding farewell to our children's lines. Lola Starr is about more than just clothing—it’s about empowering women to feel their absolute best. Whether you're working out, running errands, or just taking time for yourself, I want every woman to feel strong, supported, and unstoppable in Lola Starr activewear.
The Story Behind Our Best-Selling Leggings
When I decided to design leggings, it came from a place of frustration. I was in my early 40s, having birthed children, experienced weight loss, weight gain, and the stages of perimenopause—and let’s face it, our skin isn’t the same as in our 20s! I wanted to create a pair of leggings that truly helped shape and support women, making them feel confident no matter what stage of life they were in.
That’s why Lola Starr leggings are designed with:
Second-skin comfort – Soft, breathable, and compact.
High-waisted support – Designed to shape enhance and support your natural figure.
Slight compression – Keeps everything supported in all the right places. A perfect fit that moves with you, without slipping or rolling down.
Versatility – From gym workouts to everyday wear.
"Great leggings are like best friends—you should be able to count on them to make you feel confident and comfortable, no matter your body shape." – Kate
Our Vision for the Future
My dream is to create long-lasting pieces for conscious customers like you and me. I’m on a journey to source the most ethical and sustainable ways to create my collections. I am committed to creating garments that are the solution, not the problem.
"If I was going to make a product, it had to be worth it” Kate.